Whole garlic cloves on a wooden chopping board
FOOD IS MEDICINE

GARLIC

GARLIC TO DETOXIFY HEAVY METALS

BOTANICAL NAME

Allium Sativum L.

PROPERTIES

Anti-carcinogenic, Anti-fungal, Anti-hepatotoxic, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-microbial, Anti-oxidant, Anti-thrombotic, Anti-tumor, Anti-viral, Blood thinner, Chelator, Detoxifier

GOOD FOR

Arthritis, Blood health, Cardiovascular health, Detoxification, Digestion, Glutathione production, Heart health, Heavy Metal detox, Insect & Snake bites, Liver, Parasites, Respiration, Toothache

RELEVANCE TO COVID & THE SHOT

Effect on L-Glutathione aids removal of Graphene Oxide and other toxins. Sulfur content aids removal of toxic heavy metals from the body. Prevents blood clots and promotes arterial health

ABOUT

Garlic as a medicinal aid has been recorded as far back as approximately 600BC in holy writings, as well as ancient Sumerian, Chinese, Indian and Egyptian medicine. [45]

Health Benefits
Garlic cloves in garlic crusher next to whole cloves
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It is known as an effective detoxifier, thanks to its sulfur and selenium content, as well as its effect on L-Glutathione levels. [44]

It aids cardiovascular health [45], removes plaque from the arteries and helps prevent blood clots from forming, and the Nitric oxide in it balances blood pressure by dilating blood vessels. This aids the reduction of blockages in the brain which create strokes, and blockages in the heart which create heart attacks. [43]

Garlic also helps the body to get rid of heavy metals, thanks to its high sulfur content. It has also shown to protect the liver, the immune system, and embryos from heavy metal damage, and protects the liver from fatty liver, fibrosis and damage from medications such as painkillers. [42]

Studies have also shown reduction in tissue levels and increase in excretion of metals such as cadmium and mercury from poisoned rats. [46]

The effect of garlic extract on ‘viral’ activity is less studied than its previously mentioned properties, however it has been shown to be effective against influenza, HIV, herpes, viral pneumonia and rotavirus, [45] though if you know my stance on things I would attribute that to the detoxification effects of garlics high sulfur content.

Contains

Allicin, NAC, Organo-sulfur compounds, Selenium

HOW TO USE

I believe we are all familiar with the pungent aroma of garlic in our kitchens. Whether you love it or hate it, garlic is a wonderful addition to your medical cabinet, if not your culinary pallet. Some of its properties reduce with heating, so raw or minimal cooking is best. [48] I use it finely chopped in salads, add it in the last minute of cooking and make an anti-biotic tea (see Recipe section)

Bowl of garlic oil capsules sitting on a book about the health benefits of garlic
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It’s recommended to crush it and leave to sit for 10 minutes to activate the allinase enzyme which produces allicin which has many healing compounds, or to use aged garlic. [42]

To benefit most from its healing abilities, 1 crushed clove of raw garlic is recommended daily. You can add lemon juice if the sulfur is too strong, you can add to a glass of water to help drink it down. My morning daily meal includes raw garlic, olive oil, onion and nigella seeds to maximize the morning detox!

If you prefer to take capsules instead of fresh garlic, make sure it is organic freeze dried to conserve its healing properties. 1 cap per day is recommended to aid your general detoxification. If you are dealing with an acute state of unhealthful belly bugs take 1 cap 3 X per day. The capsules can be squeezed into a glass of water and drunk.

ALERT

As it is warming, high doses of garlic can cause stomach upset, flushing dizziness, allergies and insomnia

SOURCE

Fresh from the garden or green grocer, tincture or freeze dried capsules.

NOTES

If you cannot get super fresh garlic, freeze dried may be better, as the components for anti-microbial use only last about 14 days after harvest.

AFFILIATE LINK

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BLACK GARLIC TINCTURE

Certified Organic Dried Bulb Powder ALCOHOL-FREE Liquid Extract

“This extract is maintained from Dry Bulb Powder of Black Garlic (Allium Sativum). Origin of plant material is Thailand. We meticulously produce our extracts according to precise standards where each herb is extracted according to the distinct characteristic of each plant.” – HP

Purchase Black Garlic Tincture here: www.hawaiipharm.com

GARLIC 5000 TABLETS

This garlic product is standardized to yield allicin and allicin precursors, which convert to allicin when ingested. It is enteric coated so that this conversion occurs in the upper intestine for optimal absorption, while it avoids the release of garlic’s pungent odor in the stomach.

Allicin precursor levels are achieved through a special process that keeps garlic’s moisture low. This process maintains allicin precursors  while preserving all of the natural goodness of whole fresh garlic. Enjoy the benefits of this odor-controlled garlic tablet!

Purchase Garlic tablets here: iherb.com

BLOOD PRESSURE CAPSULES

Siberian Green Blood Cardio Pressure Herbal Support 60 Capsules

CARDIO ACTIVE PRESSURE SUPPORT: Our herbal blood pressure supplement combines natural ingredients that support healthy blood circulation, healthy blood pressure, cardio strength and resilience

TRADITIONAL HERBAL SUPPORT FORMULA: Made with a blend of natural ingredients such as Garlic, Hawthorn, Hibiscus, Olive Leaf, Green Tea leaf, and essential vitamins for a holistic blood pressure support.

Garlic – reduces blood vessel stiffness and therefore supports blood pressure reduction.

Purchase Cardio Support caps here: alkalineworld.com.au

VIDEOS

[42] Berg E, 21 July 2021, What Garlic Does to the Liver, Dr. Eric Berg DC: www.youtube.com/watch?v=2GbFi1dzVUw>

[43]  Mandell, 6 January 2021, 1 Crushed Garlic Clove a Day…Your Heart & Arteries Will Thank You in Many Ways | Dr Mandell, motivationaldoc @ Youtube: www.youtube.com/watch?v=BlgGjtFKvTs

INFOGRAPHIC

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REFERENCES

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MILK THISTLE

Wordsmith * Coach * Digital Content Producer

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